Henry County Board of Supervisors: May 26, 2026

The Henry County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on May 26, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement topics included updates on the county's broadband installation project, with River Street Network and Appalachian Power providing progress reports and timelines aiming for completion by Q4 2026. The board approved a resolution supporting an $850,000 Economic Development Administration grant application for the Beaver Creek Drive extension project, which has secured over $4.3 million in funding from various sources. Multiple budget appropriations and transfers were approved, including $17,425 from federal asset forfeiture funds for the Commonwealth Attorney's Office, $149,935 from a Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services grant, and $1.1 million for the school nutrition budget, which involved a new RFP contract with PepsiCo for meal deliveries. The board also approved a $760,000 transfer of current year funds for capital improvement items and adopted the FY2026-27 county budget. Additionally, the board discussed and approved a 2% bonus for full-time county employees. Public hearings were held on zoning applications and amendments to tax exemptions and fees. Significant public concern was expressed regarding noise and environmental impacts from local solar farm projects, with calls for stronger enforcement and regulatory measures. The board also adopted an updated comprehensive plan for Henry County.